Meet our team

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Dr. Thomas A. Kriss, D.D.S. General Dentist Read Bio

Welcome to my practice! A little about me: In junior high, after spending time with my uncle, Dr. Jay Kriss, DDS, I decided I wanted to become a dentist. Until leaving home to attend University of Kansas, I worked on the family farm in western Kansas. While I truly enjoyed my farming experience, my artistic side and love of biology again led me to dentistry, which, strangely, has proven to be a great mixture of both. Following KU, I went to the University of Nebraska Dental School in Lincol...Read More

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Jessica Schenkel Hygienist Read Bio

I was born and raised here in Emporia, KS and graduated from FHTC for Dental Assisting in 2005 and Dental Hygiene in 2011. I joined Team Kriss in 2019, and absolutely love what I do! Being a hygienist is extremely rewarding. I love providing quality care, educating my patients, and guiding them to achieve not only a healthy, confident smile, but sustainable overall health. I am a wife, mother, and dog Mom. I enjoy traveling, concerts, fitness, camping, boating, hiking, reading, and spe...Read More

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Jenna Hertel Hygienist Read Bio

I graduated with an associate’s degree in dental hygiene from Flint Hills Technical College in 2020 and has been with Team Kriss since. I had 5 years of dental experience as I was a dental assistant before becoming a hygienist. I love helping patients set and accomplish their oral hygiene goals. I also enjoy getting to build relationships with patients along the way! I volunteered with Team Smile, an organization providing free dental care to underserved children in communities across the U.S...Read More

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Ashley Hernandez Dental Assistant Read Bio

I'm originally from Abilene, KS. I joined Team Kriss in 2022 and am happy to be a part of this family who have taught me a lot! I live out in the country with my boyfriend, Austin, and our 3 dogs, Thor, Buck, and Jaxon! In my free time, I enjoy anything outdoors, traveling, lake/camping season, hanging with my family/friends/dogs, watching the Chiefs, and managing my own small business of making car freshies!

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Chelcie Mahan Dental Assistant Read Bio

I grew up in Madison, Kansas. I have been a dental assistant for 9 1/2 years now and I love what I do. I am married to my husband Michael, and together we have one child. In my spare time, I love to spend time with my family and friends and enjoy watching sports. I also love to spend time outside and have a good time!

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Michelle Kriss Office Manager Read Bio

I am a licensed civil engineer with an MBA. I retired from the US Navy, Civil Engineer Corps. I worked as an engineer for General Motors before moving to Emporia. I enjoy traveling, remodeling projects, wake surfing, reading and improv.

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Ashley Fehr Assistant Manager Read Bio

I like pina coladas and getting caught in the rain. I'm not into yoga and champagne. I like to escape to a bar called O'Malleys. I am married so I am not meeting up at midnight. I attended FHTC in 2004 for dental assisting and worked for many years as an assistant. Currently, I work as the assistant office manager and can help with all your billing, insurance and scheduling needs! In my spare time, I help my husband, Mike, on the family farm and together we have a beautiful daughter.

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Sydney Gould Front Desk Assistant Read Bio

I graduated from Waverly High school and attended Emporia State University for college. I am married to my high school sweetheart, Jake. Together we have a son, Brody.. and we are dog parents to our mini Aussie, Milo. I enjoy arts/crafts, cleaning, shopping at home good stores and doing basically anything outdoors. I also enjoy being around family and friends, and being a Chiefs fan!

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At Thomas A. Kriss, DDS we strive to provide our patients with the best and most complete dental care. Our doctors and staff frequently attend continuing education seminars to learn the latest dental techniques. Here are some of the services we provide, please click here.

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